Construction Financial Administrator

Areas USA, Inc•Miami, FL

11d

About The Position

The Construction Financial Administrator plays a critical role in ensuring the financial accuracy and integrity of the organization's construction accounting operations. This position requires a detail-oriented professional who will manage budgets, perform account reconciliations, maintain financial records, and support month-end and year-end closing processes. The ideal candidate will serve as a key contributor to the finance team, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies while maintaining accurate and timely financial reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
2-4 years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, or related role.
Strong understanding of accounting principles, budgeting, and financial reconciliation processes.
Proven experience with general ledger accounting and month-end close procedures.
Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas) and experience with accounting software or ERP systems (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
Problem-solving mindset with ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues proactively.
High level of professionalism, integrity, and ability to handle confidential financial information.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain departmental and project budgets, tracking expenses against approved allocations and identifying variances.
Perform monthly reconciliations of general ledger accounts, including bank accounts, credit cards, and vendor statements.
Review and code invoices, receipts, and expense reports to appropriate general ledger accounts.
Prepare and distribute budget variance reports to department managers and senior leadership.
Monitor spending compared to budget to support financial planning.
Maintain organized financial documentation and ensure proper filing of all accounting records.
Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and schedules.
Assist in developing and implementing internal controls and accounting procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.
Process payroll-related journal entries and reconcile payroll accounts as needed.
Prepare ad-hoc financial analysis and reports as requested by management.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and applicable regulations.